Juan Guillermo “Nito” Torraca
July 2, 1978 – July 3, 2025
Juan Guillermo Torraca, lovingly known as “Nito,” passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of July 3, 2025, just one day after celebrating his 47th birthday, following a courageous battle with Stage 4 cancer.
Born in the Philippines and raised in Florida, Nito lived in Miramar with his father, William Torraca. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, godfather, and friend — known by all for his generosity, loyalty, and kind spirit.
Nito worked in IT throughout his career, where his love for technology and analytical mind shone through. A lifelong martial artist, he held a black belt in Mushin Goju Karate and trained in Escrima, always passionate about the discipline and philosophy of the arts. He was a protector at heart — a gentle giant who was always ready to look out for his loved ones.
Beyond martial arts, Nito found joy in many things: watching fights with friends, traveling, cooking, and trying new foods. He was an avid collector of comic books and toys, especially Transformers and Star Wars memorabilia. His sharp wit, infectious sense of humor, and dancing skills could light up any room.
Nito is survived by his father, William Torraca; his mother, Alicia Aquino; his sister, Carmen Torraca; his brother, Joseph Torraca; and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, godchildren, and countless friends who loved him dearly.
A Memorial service to honor Nito’s life will be held on December 20, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM with a Tributes of a Lifetime service at 2:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, located at 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.
For those unable to attend the Memorial Service, the family is offering LIVE-STREAMING on Saturday, December 20th beginning at 2:00 PM. The link to attend LIVE is on the Boyd Panciera Family Funeral Care Facebook page at: TRIBUTES OF A LIFETIME SERVICE LIVESTREAM
Nito will be remembered as a big man with an even bigger heart — a loving son, loyal brother, devoted friend, and protector of all he held dear. His spirit, humor, and kindness will live on in all who knew him.
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Albert Bringas
July 7, 2025, 5:33 pm
Juan was a great friend to me. We did movie nights a lot with the IT team went to the food trucks afterwards or before always had a great time. he will greatly be missed by many and all this is not a goodbye. This is until we see each other again, my brother. 🙏
Gina Holguin
July 7, 2025, 7:21 pm
I know Nito through his Anti, Brenda Torraca. I love the family gathering; Nito was there, making sure that all guests were taken care of. The Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays were enjoyed 😊 by the family and friends 💖 Nito was unique it didn’t matter who would be helping out, he just did. My dearest memory of Nito is when he came to my rescue: Titi Brenda called him to help us with my TV, which was hanging off the wall, and he showed up, mind you, I have not seen him in years, and yet he was there for us. I know he is resting in peace.
Wilfredo
July 7, 2025, 8:30 pm
Hey man,
Thinking about all those hours we spent tinkering with our VMware boxes—somehow made the grind actually fun. I’ll never forget those Friday beers, laughing about who knows what, and that epic night watching the Pacquiao fight, shouting at the screen like fools. You brought good energy everywhere you went, and working with you never felt like just work. Gonna miss those times, and gonna miss you. Cheers, my friend.
Brenda Torraca
July 8, 2025, 11:23 am
My dear sweet Nito, my Bubba, the son I never had. Our family’s protector & backbone. Your kindness & good humor will be sorely missed. Thank you for always coming to visit the Titi’s and bringing flowers to your grandparents at the cemetery.
Thank you for spoiling us all that were around you. Sleep in peace my beautiful gentle giant. Te adoro para siempre.
Octavio Acosta
July 8, 2025, 2:26 pm
I am proud of the effort that the family took to take care of Nico when he needed it the most. I’m proud of Joe for stepping up as a brother and doing the heavy lifting. I’m proud of this family for showing us how to face sickness and death, together.
May Nico rest in peace and his soul be now closer to all of you. Just a prayer away.
Sending love
Jenny Perdomo
July 8, 2025, 5:47 pm
Juan was not only a friend, but like a brother to me. We worked together for many years, shared countless weekends on trips with the gang, and enjoyed many lunches and dinners together. His presence brought warmth, laughter, and a sense of family wherever he went. I will miss him immensely.
May he rest in peace—until we meet again.
Mamie
July 8, 2025, 7:17 pm
Dear friend brother gentle soul . ..
Thank you for your strength, courage , compassion , humor and kindness.
I remember when I lost my sister to cancer you help me through those tough times …. Now I sitting here heartbroken…
thank you for being a all around GREAT guy … my condolences to your family .. To your parents , you did an amazing job rest well my brother… till we meet again my sensei
sincerely,
Mames
Ken
July 8, 2025, 7:30 pm
Juan was a student first and a friend forever. I can always.see his mischievous smile looking to make a joke. From the skit he did at Hanshi birthday to laugh out loud jokes at just the right time. As loyal a martial artist and friend as there good ever be.
Oss sempai
John Capote
July 11, 2025, 1:48 am
I had the honor to work with Juan for many years, we had many laughs together. He was one of the most humble people I ever met. I know he will be truly missed.
Nadine G
July 20, 2025, 1:34 am
I had the pleasure of working with Juan for many years. Such a sweet gentle spirit. I appreciated that he kept us connected through his food truck/movie nights even though we didn’t work together anymore. My sincere condolences to his family. Rest in peace Juan🕊️
Lorenzo "Larry - Huebito" Higuera
December 19, 2025, 6:40 pm
Dear Nito, my loving nephew (loving family assignation) and family gentle giant.
There can never, nor will there ever be words to commemorate a life, which comparatively short; was lived and accented by LOVE, always. A love you had, shared, and which affected many more than the nucleus of La Familia at Casa Torraca…which for a lifetime, adopted me as a son, brother, and uncle.
From the time, you, Carmen and Joe were babies, I’ve always thought of you Nito, as my own blood nephew, mostly, because of our shared respect for each other, but mostly LOVE. Suffice to say, which was easy, because despite your low-key reserved nature, your affection was easily received. Hopefully, you understood it did not go unrequited. Heartbreakingly optimistic, we will meet again. I love you, Nito – Uncle Larry